Knicks Take Commanding 3-1 Lead Over Celtics

The New York Knicks’ thrilling 121-113 victory over the Boston Celtics in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals marked a crucial turning point in the series. The Knicks now lead 3-1, putting immense pressure on the Celtics to regroup and strategize for the remainder of the series.

The Celtics dominated the first quarter, outscoring the Knicks 39-28. The Celtics’ offense was firing on all cylinders, with Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown leading the charge. However, the Knicks refused to back down, and their resilience paid off as they managed to tie the game at halftime, 51-51.

The third quarter proved to be a turning point in the game. The Knicks came out strong, outscoring the Celtics 37-23. This 14-point swing gave the Knicks a crucial advantage heading into the final quarter. Jalen Brunson was instrumental in the Knicks’ surge, scoring 11 points in the quarter.

In the fourth quarter, the Celtics attempted to mount a comeback, but the Knicks’ momentum proved too much to overcome. Brunson continued to shine, scoring 16 points in the quarter to finish with a game-high 37 points. Karl-Anthony Towns also played a crucial role, adding 28 points and 7 rebounds to the Knicks’ total.

Despite a visible effort from the Celtics, led by Tatum’s 32 points and Brown’s 29 points, the Knicks managed to hold on for the win. The Celtics’ bench struggled to provide consistent scoring, which ultimately proved to be a deciding factor in the game.

The Knicks’ victory was a testament to their teamwork and determination. Every player contributed to the win, with six Knicks scoring in double figures. The team’s bench also played a crucial role, outscoring the Celtics’ bench 43-27.